DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant

DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant

Funder: DEWALT

Funding Commitment: Part of a $30 million commitment over five years

Purpose: Support nonprofit organizations providing greater accessibility and resources for trades training to close the skilled labor gap.

Geographic Scope: United States (166 organizations selected)

Overview

Rochester Community and Technical College was selected as one of 166 organizations receiving DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant support. With an estimated 500,000 open construction jobs unfilled, DEWALT's Grow the Trades Grants aim to help close the skilled labor gap by supporting nonprofit organizations that are skilling, reskilling, and upskilling tradespeople.

Award Details

Each year, the program awards funding and tool donations. RCTC received cordless tools from DEWALT to support its career and technical programs.

Eligibility

• Nonprofit organizations
• Organizations providing trades training and education

Focus Areas

• Career and technical education
• Construction trades
• Skilled labor development

Impact

The donation enables RCTC Career & Technical Education students to have access to cutting-edge technology that allows for better efficiency and safety on construction projects, preparing students for modern jobsites using cordless tools.

Contact

For more information about upcoming application periods, visit the DEWALT Grow the Trades website.